Hanapepe Dream
Taj Mahal · 2001
44 min · 11 tracks · R&B
A vibrant blend of blues and rhythm infused with Caribbean influences, echoing warmth and nostalgia.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing with warm vibes
- nostalgic reflections on life
- engaging storytelling throughout tracks
- for relaxed gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced, high-energy
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Hanapepe Dream' was released in 2001, Taj Mahal was already an established figure in the blues genre, having enjoyed a prolific career since his debut in the late 1960s. This album continued to showcase his diverse influences, particularly reflecting his interest in world music and his Hawaiian heritage after previous explorations in albums like 'Dancing the Blues'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Keb' Mo'· Bonnie Raitt· John Lee Hooker
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Great Big Boat 2:44
- 2 Blackjack Davey 5:48
- 3 Moonlight Lady 5:03
- 4 King Edward’s Throne 3:47
- 5 African Herbman 3:57
- 6 Baby You’re My Destiny 3:29
- 7 Stagger Lee 4:40
- 8 Livin’ on Easy 3:25
- 9 My Creole Belle 2:56
- 10 All Along the Watchtower 3:28
- 11 Hanapepe Dream 5:39
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